Prompt Crafting 101

📘 Lesson One: Foundations of Prompt Crafting

Learn to turn curiosity into precision. Below is your first framework — a foundation that helps you write prompts that feel alive, purposeful, and deeply human.

1. 🎯 Define the Purpose
   Every prompt starts with intent. Know exactly what you want the AI to achieve — whether it's creating, analyzing, summarizing, or imagining.
   
   Example: “Write a poetic reflection about the future of creativity.”
   Pro Tip: Start with “I want AI to help me…” to clarify your own goal first.
2. 🎭 Set the Context
   Give AI a role or perspective — it shapes the response tone and focus.
   
   Example: “You are a creative writing coach helping artists brainstorm metaphors.”
   Pro Tip: The more specific the role, the more natural and human the voice.
3. 🎨 Add Tone & Style
   Describe how it should sound — poetic, humorous, formal, or cinematic.
   
   Example: “Explain AI ethics in the voice of a science fiction narrator.”
   Pro Tip: Use “in the style of…” or “as if told by…” to instantly add character.
4. 📚 Guide with Examples
   Structure gives AI a map. Provide bullet points, patterns, or a short template to follow.
   
   Example: “Open with a quote, then give three ideas, and close with an inspiring takeaway.”
   Pro Tip: If you show structure, AI mirrors it beautifully.
5. 🧩 Refine, Reflect, Repeat
   Great prompts evolve. Rephrase, add detail, and test new tones until it feels right.
   
   Example: “Make this sound more human and add one curious question at the end.”
   Pro Tip: Think of AI like a collaborator — it learns best through iteration.